1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica vs. 1997 Ford Royale
To start off, 1997 Ford Royale is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica would be higher. At 3,967 cc (12 cylinders), 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (336 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1997 Ford Royale. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Royale.
Because 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford Royale, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Royale. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Royale.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | 1997 Ford Royale | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 400 Superamerica | Royale |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3967 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 336 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2560 mm |
